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Eggsy was just closing the door of his office after a long day of paperwork. He was sure everyone at HQ had already left. He suddenly noticed light coming from Merlin's office. He never really noticed when Merlin left on a daily basis, since Eggsy was one of the first to leave his office.
How can I help you Eggsy-Merlin muttered, before Eggsy even knocked, his sight buried on his computer monitor.
How did you know it was me-eggsy was truly surprised, he was sure he was quiet as fuck as he walked towards Merlin's office.
I recogniced the smell of your cologne-Eggsy always wore that musky wooden cologne Harry had given to him
Ohhh-Eggsy knew Merlin was busy, since his sight was still buried in the monitor. Still he didn't wanna leave Merlin alone at his office
So, you didn't say Eggsy, how can I help you-Merlin's tone was nonchalant with a hint of kindness
Mmm I don't really need anything Merlin, just wondered if you'd like a cuppa Coffee. Was thinking about grabbing one for meself from the coffee machine. - Eggsy said nervously, why was he nervous? He knew he was interrupting Merlin and that he probably would only want Eggsy to leave
Mmmm- Merlin finally raised his sight from the monitor and stared at Eggsy-A cuppa Coffee sounds lovely Eggsy, thanks. Merlin's sight returned to the monitor.
Five minutes later Eggsy was back with both their coffees.
Here you go-Eggsy said handing Merlin a strong Black coffee, no sugars.
How did you know how I like my coffee. I didn't even tell you how I drink it. - Merlin asked having a sip of it. Looking expectantly at Eggsy.
You always order black coffee and I've never seen you putting sugars in it-eggsy replied proud of himself for remembering such a small detail of Merlin, and happy because of the smile on the face of the visibly tired Merlin.
Do you always work so late-Eggsy asked while sitting on one of the couches in Merlin's office.
Not really Eggsy, but it's been a busy week. Shouldn't you be home? -Merlin asked
You want me to leave Merlin. Am I interrupting you?-Eggsy felt like a fool, of course he was interrupting Merlin. But Eggsy was having a nice time, enjoying Merlin's company. Sure he heard him every single time in his ear when on a mission. But this was different. He was alone with Merlin and he liked it.
You can stay if you want Eggsy, but I'm afraid I don't have much time for chit chat. I gotta finish this reports.-Merlin said throwing Eggsy a sympathetic glance
It's all right guv I don't mind.
Of course Eggsy kept interrupting Merlin with questions through the night.
Merlin have you been married?
No, Eggsy.
Why?
I'm gay.
Gay People can be married.
I know, Eggsy.
I'm bi btw.
I know Eggsy, I've read your file.
Oh yeah, I forgot.
So why are you single Merlin?
But before Merlin could reply, Eggsy who had been yawning, was already curled up in the couch and fast asleep.
Merlin stood up from his desk, turned off his computer, went to a cabinet from which he grabbed two blankets. He got Eggsy out of his shoes and covered him with one of the blankets. And then Merlin laid on the second couch, and covered himself with the other blanket.
Good night Eggsy.